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Title:South Africa's defence posture
Author:Gutteridge, William
Year:1980
Periodical:The World Today: Chatham House Review
Volume:36
Issue:1
Pages:26-31
Language:English
Geographic term:South Africa
Subject:defence
Abstract:During Mr Botha's period of office as Defence Minister, the defence forces of the Republic of South Africa were rapidly built up. The Republic is now the only country in Africa south of the Mediterranean littoral which has a military potential comparable to that of a medium-sized power in Europe or North America. Several aspects of this position are discussed: Defence assessment - Perceived weaknesses - The 'Fortress' strategy.
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